Squirrel Lake

View of Squirrel Lake, the 1309 acre lake in Minocqua, Wisconsin

Squirrel Lake is a large, multi-basin lake about 20 minutes west of Minocqua with moderate clarity, good depth, and a classic Northwoods shoreline. Its size provides plenty of room for boating, fishing, and exploring without feeling like a high-traffic resort hub.

It is widely considered a very good lake in the Minocqua area—big enough to feel substantial, scenic enough to impress, and far enough from town to feel wooded and peaceful while still being practical for regular use.

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Squirrel Lake Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 16 Feet
Size: 1309 Acres
Max Depth: 46 Feet
Shoreline: 12.27 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Deep Blue
Town:Minocqua
Time to Town: 19 Minutes
Acres Per Owner: 5.0
Owners Per Mile: 21.35

Homes for Sale:

Squirrel Lake
$1,200,000
Squirrel Lake house picture
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1.0
Sq Ft: 5,264
Minocqua

   A Walk Back in Time on Squirrel Lake. Step into the storied history of Jansen’s Squirrel Lake Lodge, now offering a rare opportunity to own a remarkable portion of this iconic Northwoods property. Set on 4.3 beautifully wooded acres with 226 feet of level, prim…

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Lots for Sale:

No Current Listings
Fishing:
Fish Species:
Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Average
Noise Level:
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Good
Home Density:
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Lake Grade: Very Good
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Minocqua
School District: Lakeland Union
Tax Rate: $5.64 / $1000
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Squirrel Lake contour map
Snowmobile Trails:
The trails of the Cross Country Cruisers run across Squirrel Lake.
ATV Trails:
No nearby trails.
Minocqua:
20 mins
Grocery Store
hospital

This is a summary based on available information.

Squirrel Lake supports a diverse warmwater fishery with walleye, musky, bass, northern pike, and panfish, making it a favorite for multi-species anglers. Its numerous bays, points, and mid-lake structure let anglers adapt to wind and seasonal movements, and moderate clarity allows a range of presentations. Many owners treat it as a primary fishing base, with enough space to fish different areas like separate lakes across the season.

I had AI give me the coordinates for the launches I had on file. They are not super accurate, but should give a rough idea of where you can find the landings. If no coordinates were available at all I didn't link to the map.

Squirrel Lake – Shari Lane Boat Ramp
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Public launch off Shari Lane on Squirrel Lake with a launch/land dock and limited parking. Provides straightforward access to this large, multi-basin lake about 20 minutes west of Minocqua; best to arrive early on busy weekends.

How big is Squirrel Lake?

Squirrel Lake is 1309 acres with 12.27 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Squirrel Lake?

Squirrel Lake has an average depth of 16 feet and a maximum depth of 46 feet.

Does Squirrel Lake have a boat launch?

Yes, Squirrel Lake has a public boat launch.

How far is Squirrel Lake from Minocqua?

Squirrel Lake is 19 minutes from Minocqua, Wisconsin.

What fish are in Squirrel Lake?

Squirrel Lake contains a Variety of fish species including Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye.

What is the water clarity of Squirrel Lake?

Squirrel Lake has a water clarity of 7.0 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Squirrel Lake?

The shoreline of Squirrel Lake is about 12.27 miles.

What type of lake is Squirrel Lake?

Squirrel Lake is a Drainage lake.

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